EMPLOYER RESEARCH

Speak the Interviewers’ Language by Becoming an Expert in What They Really Want to Hear About: Themselves

The most common interview question is: “Why do you want to work for us?” Interviewers want to hire candidates who have a strong desire to work for them and know exactly what they bring to the position.

Most job seekers have never thought about how to research a company. But like you, your employer has a detailed history with goals, strengths, and challenges – and they expect you to know as much as you can about them before you walk through the door!

That’s why I offer one-of-a-kind company research packets to all of my resume clients. Once you’ve answered “where do I want to work?” I’ll help you answer the tougher question and get the job.

How to Research a Company in Ten Minutes: Just the Facts in a 5-Page Package

With a company research packet, you’ll have all the details about your new employer at your fingertips. Read only 10% and you’ll be able to make the kind of terrific first impression that makes others want to hire you. Read 25%, you’ll be better-informed than 99% of other applicants. It’s a great way to show you’re the right person for the job.

Company history
Size of company
Industries served
Key executives
Innovations
Challenges
Current outlook

How Company Research is Done: A Proven Process

Using industry periodicals, newspapers, case studies, press releases, and telephone interviews, your company research packet is designed to give you insight that will dazzle company veterans. You’ll look informed and agile, and your interviewer will be convinced that his or her company is the only one on your radar.

A company research packet averages five pages. Information changes rapidly, so we recommend selecting companies you plan to apply to no later than six months from today.

In a Hurry? No Time to Read? Get Your Employer Research in Audio Format

Not everyone learns best through reading. If you want to memorize your company research facts even easier, consider getting an audio version of your packet. The audio version covers all the same information as the written packet, and is provided in a handy MP3 format that you can use with any music player, computer, or mobile device.